News & stories

Story | Jun 17, 2022

“We are tired and desperate”: Stories from families who survived the Darién Gap

In 2022, most migrants crossing the Darien Gap are Venezuelans—a shift from 2021, which saw a majority of Haitians risking the dangerous journey from Colombia to Panama.

News | May 19, 2022

Dire reception conditions and a lack of emergency medical care for migrants arriving in Panama

MSF repeats its calls for safe routes between Colombia and Panama and urgent medical care for victims of sexual violence at the first point of arrival.

Story | May 06, 2022

Though fewer people are making the crossing to Panama, the Darién Gap is as dangerous as ever

News | Mar 17, 2022

Peru: Venezuelan migrants struggle to survive

Responding to the medical needs amid a massive displacement crisis.

Story | Nov 18, 2021

Safe routes urgently needed for thousands of migrants crossing the Darién Gap

Panamanian and Colombian governments must protect migrants from violence

Story | Sep 17, 2021

Surviving sexual violence in the Darién Gap

Story | Aug 19, 2021

The Darién Gap: “The most dangerous place I’ve seen”

Story | Aug 05, 2021

The Darién Gap: "A nightmare with 1,001 demons"

Story | Jul 15, 2021

The Darién Gap: “A dangerous, inhumane route”

Written testimony of a 51-year-old Cuban woman

Story | May 27, 2021

Colombia: Responding to conflict and displacement in Nariño